Marte hits 3-run HR in eighth, Pirates top Nationals 4-1
Starling Marte hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in eighth inning, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Washington Nationals 4-1 Tuesday night.
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68-57, 2nd in NL East
Strasburg tosses 7 scoreless innings, K's 6 (0:37)
Rendon roasts RBI double to put Nats on the board (0:25)
Nats' Strickland injured in weight room mishap
Nationals reliever Hunter Strickland is likely to avoid the injured list after being struck in the face by a barbell before Tuesday's game at PNC Park, manager Dave Martinez said.
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Cabrera, bullpen lead Nationals to 13-0 rout of Pirates
Asdrubal Cabrera hit the last of Washington's four home runs and drove in five runs, and three relievers combined for 6 2/3 innings of one-hit ball as the Nationals thumped the Pittsburgh Pirates 13-0 on Monday night.
Nats crank 4 homers in blowout win vs. Pirates (1:23)
Scherzer (back) expects to return Thursday
Nationals ace Max Scherzer expects to return to Washington's rotation Thursday after missing nearly four weeks with a rhomboid strain, declaring himself "ready to pitch."
Ronald Acuna benching the latest twist in drama-filled NL East
The Braves star was pulled for not hustling, the Nats bounced back in a big way, and the Polar Bear growled again -- just another day in baseball's wildest division.
Power Rankings: Yankees, Dodgers rise, but only one can be No. 1
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Nationals match team HR record with 8, rout Brewers 16-8
The Nationals matched a team record with eight home runs -- including two by Juan Soto -- in a 16-8 rout of the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday as Washington took two of three from a fellow contender in the NL playoff race.
Nats closer Doolittle goes to IL after blown save
The Nationals have placed closer Sean Doolittle on the 10-day injured list with right knee tendinitis. The move comes a day after he blew a save in Washington's 14-inning lost to the Brewers.
Thames' HR in 14th, Yelich's 2 help Brewers beat Nats 15-14
Eric Thames hit a go-ahead, two-run homer in the 14th inning, and the Milwaukee Brewers finally held on for a wild 15-14 victory over the Washington Nationals on Saturday.
Scherzer throws sim game, 'felt good,' Nats say
Max Scherzer threw a 64-pitch simulated game Saturday, and the Nats will see how he feels Sunday to determine next step.
Rendon's RBI double lifts Nationals to 2-1 win over Brewers
Anthony Rendon hit a tiebreaking RBI double in the eighth inning, and the Washington Nationals beat the Milwaukee Brewers 2-1 on Friday night in the opener of a three-game series between National League playoff contenders.
Cautious Nats won't start Scherzer over weekend
Despite speculation that Max Scherzer might return this weekend, including optimism from the pitcher himself, the Nationals have decided to "be smart" and play it safe with their ace.
Coroner: Choking caused taco-eating contest death
A Central California coroner says a man choked to death while participating in a taco-eating contest at a minor league baseball game. The Fresno County sheriff-coroner's office released the cause of death for 41-year-old Dana Hutchings after an autopsy.
Taco-eating contest in minors nixed after death
The Fresno Grizzlies, the Triple-A affiliate of the Nationals, canceled Saturday's scheduled World Taco Eating Championship after the death of a 41-year-old man during a taco-eating contest.
Nationals put up 10 runs in 5th, 6 in 6th, beat Reds 17-7
Anthony Rendon, Kurt Suzuki and Adam Eaton hit homers in a 10-run fifth that included an RBI single from Stephen Strasburg, and the Washington Nationals tacked on another six runs in the next inning of what became a 17-7 victory over the Cincinnati...
Nationals ace Scherzer says he's ready to return
Nationals ace Max Scherzer, who has pitched just once since July 10 due to back muscle problems, played catch Wednesday and could return as soon as this weekend.
Dozier's piggyback homer, Ross' start help Nats top Reds 3-1
Brian Dozier hopped a dugout piggyback ride to celebrate his 17th home run and Juan Soto hit a second-deck shot for his 25th as both returned to the lineup, Joe Ross extended his scoreless streak to 17 1/3 innings and the Washington Nationals beat the...
Scherzer pitches simulated game, nears return
Nationals ace Max Scherzer threw a simulated game Tuesday, a key step in his progression toward returning to active duty.
Reports: Nats, Holland reach minor-league deal
Greg Holland, who was released by the Diamondbacks after posting a 4.54 ERA with 17 saves this season, has rejoined the Nationals on a minor-league deal, according to reports.
Turner, Adams homer; Fedde throws 6; Nationals top Reds 7-6
Trea Turner and Matt Adams homered, Erick Fedde pitched well after allowing a solo shot on the game's first pitch and the depleted Washington Nationals held on to edge the Cincinnati Reds 7-6 Monday night.
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2019 NL East Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 75 | 52 | .591 | - | W3 |
| Washington | 68 | 57 | .544 | 6 | L1 |
| Philadelphia | 65 | 60 | .520 | 9 | W1 |
| New York | 65 | 60 | .520 | 9 | W3 |
| Miami | 45 | 79 | .363 | 28.5 | L4 |
2019 Team Leaders
- Batting
- Pitching
BATTING AVERAGE
Home Runs
RUNS BATTED IN
Earned Run Average
Wins
Strikeouts
Team Stats
- Pitching
- Batting
Earned Run Average4.44
Quality Starts0
WHIP1.32
BAA.251
Runs657
Batting Average.262
On Base Percentage.341
Slugging Percentage.452